A History Of The Negro Troops In The War Of The Rebellion, 1861-1865: Preceded By A Review Of The Military Services Of Negroes In Ancient And Modern T (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163949689)

""A History Of The Negro Troops In The War Of The Rebellion, 1861-1865: Preceded By A Review Of The Military Services Of Negroes In Ancient And Modern Times"" is a book written by George W. Williams in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the role of African American soldiers in the American Civil War, from the initial reluctance of the Union Army to allow them to serve, to their eventual integral role in the Union's victory. The book also includes a review of the military service of Black soldiers throughout history, from ancient times to the present day. It covers the contributions of African American soldiers in various wars and conflicts, including the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Mexican-American War. Williams provides detailed accounts of the battles and campaigns in which Black soldiers fought, including the siege of Port Hudson, the Battle of Nashville, and the assault on Fort Wagner. He also discusses the challenges and discrimination faced by Black soldiers, both on and off the battlefield, and the efforts made by African American leaders and activists to secure equal treatment and recognition for their service. Overall, ""A History Of The Negro Troops In The War Of The Rebellion, 1861-1865"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of African American soldiers and their contributions to the Union Army during the Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George W. Williams
ISBN-10: 116394968X
ISBN-13: 9781163949689
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 370
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.09lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.77d